franko,

yes, you can use TIMER1 module. provided that you initialized it properly and then poll a counter if it reached a 10s mark. I've been using TIMER1 register for some time. A advice you set the prescaler to 1:8 setting since you have a way to long to wait.

I could have just gave you some of ideas since it will be more satisfying if you find it yourself.

have a nice day!

regards,